HGV Technician
Listed on 2026-10-02
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Automotive Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Looking for more than just another workshop job?
Join one of the world's leading commercial vehicle manufacturers and take your career to the next level with excellent pay, industry-leading training, genuine career progression, and a fantastic £5,000 joining bonus.
What's on Offer?
- Up to £23 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications)
- £2,000 paid with your first salary
- £3,000 paid after successfully completing your 6-month probation
- Only 1 in 4 Saturdays with openings to do more if you wish
- Saturday overtime paid at time and a half
- Optional breakdown rota with additional earning potential
- Increased skills, responsibility, and earning potential as you progress
At Volvo Truck & Bus, we believe our technicians are at the heart of our success. That's why we invest heavily in your development, giving you access to industry-leading training and qualifications that will future proof your career.
You'll have opportunities to gain:
- HGV Licence
- Silver and Gold Technician Accreditation
- Electrical Systems Training Levels 1 & 2
- Advanced Oscilloscope Diagnostics
- E-Mobility & Electric Vehicle Training
- Ongoing Technical & Manufacturer Development Programmes
Whether you're an experienced technician or looking to build on your existing skills, we'll help you become the very best in the industry.
Why join Volvo Truck and Bus25 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 30 days with length of service
Generous contributory pension scheme with Company-paid life assurance
Healthcare plan with dental cover options
Enhanced maternity, paternity and foster leave
Cycle to Work Scheme save up to 42% on a new bike
Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounted gym memberships
Exclusive discounts for you, your friends and family, including:
Cinema tickets, Holidays and travel, West End shows, Experience days, Flowers and gifts, Retail discounts
As an HGV Technician, you'll play a vital role in keeping our customers on the road by:
- Carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs to Volvo trucks
- Diagnosing and rectifying faults using advanced diagnostic equipment
- Completing inspections, MOT preparation and preventative maintenance
- Ensuring all work meets Volvo quality and safety standards
- Following safe working practices and PPE requirements
- Supporting and mentoring apprentices and trainee technicians
You’ll ideally have:
- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent) in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
- Previous experience working on HGVs, trucks, buses or commercial vehicles
OR
- Completed an HGV apprenticeship and looking to continue building your career
Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about quality workmanship, continuous learning and delivering the highest standards
We welcome applications from professionals with experience across heavy vehicle maintenance and repair. If you have previously worked as an HGV Technician, HGV Mechanic, Heavy Goods Vehicle Mechanic, or Commercial Vehicle Technician, your skills are highly relevant to this role. We also value transferable expertise from allied industries; candidates with backgrounds as a PSV Technician, PCV Mechanic, Bus and Coach Technician, or a Heavy Plant Mechanic / Plant Technician are strongly encouraged to apply, as full product training on our modern fleet will be provided.
Readyto accelerate your career
Up to £23 per hour. £5,000 joining bonus. Industry-leading training. Real career progression .
Join a company that invests in your future and rewards your expertise.
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